1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 500 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 103.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 88 L |
